What is the cheapest way to get from Harlem to Lower Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from Harlem to Lower Manhattan is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Harlem to Lower Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from Harlem to Lower Manhattan is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Harlem and Lower Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from E 125 St/Madison Av and arriving at 3 Av/E 11 St. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

Is there a direct train between Harlem and Lower Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 125th Street and arriving at Spring St. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Harlem to Lower Manhattan?

The distance between Harlem and Lower Manhattan is 7 miles. The road distance is 7.3 miles.

How do I travel from Harlem to Lower Manhattan without a car?

The best way to get from Harlem to Lower Manhattan without a car is to line 6 subway which takes 27 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Harlem to Lower Manhattan?

The line 6 subway from 125th Street to Spring St takes 27 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Harlem to Lower Manhattan bus from?

Harlem to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from E 125 St/Madison Av station.

Where do I catch the Harlem to Lower Manhattan train from?

Harlem to Lower Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, depart from 125th Street station.

Where does the Harlem to Lower Manhattan bus arrive?

Harlem to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 3 Av/E 11 St station.

Where does the Harlem to Lower Manhattan train arrive?

Harlem to Lower Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Spring St station.

Can I drive from Harlem to Lower Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between Harlem to Lower Manhattan is 7 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Harlem to Lower Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Lower Manhattan?

There are 3448+ hotels available in Lower Manhattan.

Harlem to Lower Manhattan - 4 ways to travel via line 6 subway, bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Harlem to Lower Manhattan by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 6 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 125th Street to Spring Stsubway 4 / ...
27 min
$3
Drive 7.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Harlem to Lower Manhattancar 7.2 mi
17 min
$2
Bus
1. Take the bus from E 125 St/Madison Av to 3 Av/E 11 Stbus M101
42 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Harlem to Lower Manhattantaxi 7.2 mi
17 min
$30–40

Harlem to Lower Manhattan by subway

1812Weekly Subways

27 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 6.6 mi
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Harlem, NY, USA and Lower Manhattan, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 125th Street to Spring St every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from E 125 St/Madison Av to 3 Av/E 11 St hourly. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 42 min.

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